Fantasy Cyclocross 2026/2027: Build your dream team and compete for $2,250 / €2,000 / £1,685 in guaranteed prizes!
Cyclocross
The road cycling season may be over, but the action is far from finished. With the 2026/2027 cyclocross season gathering momentum, cycling fans can look forward to another winter of spectacular racing, muddy battles and fierce rivalries. And with Zweeler's Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027, you can become part of the action yourself, competing for a guaranteed prize pool of $2,250 / €2,000 / £1,685!
Will Mathieu van der Poel once again dominate the biggest races? Can Wout van Aert challenge his long-time rival? Or will Thibau Nys and the next generation of cyclocross stars shake up the established order?
Now is your chance to put your cyclocross knowledge to the test, select your ideal team of 15 riders and compete against other cycling fans throughout the winter.
Play Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027 – €2,000 guaranteed in prizes!
Play Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027 – €2,000 guaranteed in prizes!
35 races, one fantasy team: A full winter of cyclocross action
The 2026/2027 cyclocross calendar promises months of exciting racing across Europe's most iconic circuits. Zweeler's Fantasy Cyclocross Men competition covers 35 races, ensuring that almost every weekend offers another opportunity to collect valuable fantasy points.
The calendar includes 12 rounds of the UCI Cyclocross World Cup, alongside eight Superprestige races and eight X2O Badkamers Trofee events.
Two major championships will also play an important role in the competition. The European Cyclocross Championships take place in Zeddam, the Netherlands, while the season's biggest prize, the UCI Cyclocross World Championships, will be contested in Ostend, Belgium.
With 35 scoring events, success will require more than simply picking the biggest names. Consistency, race participation and the ability to identify riders capable of delivering results throughout the winter could make all the difference.
Van der Poel, Van Aert or Nys: Who belongs in your fantasy team?
One of the biggest challenges in Fantasy Cyclocross is deciding how to distribute your budget among the sport's established stars and emerging talents.
Mathieu van der Poel is an obvious name to consider. The Dutch superstar has repeatedly demonstrated his extraordinary ability on the cyclocross circuit, combining explosive power, exceptional bike handling and an almost unmatched capacity to dominate major races.
Wout van Aert remains another fascinating option. The Belgian has enjoyed countless memorable battles with Van der Poel, and whenever he lines up for a cyclocross race, he is capable of challenging for victory.
Then there is Thibau Nys, one of the most exciting names in modern cyclocross. His technical skills and aggressive racing style make him an attractive fantasy prospect, particularly on courses that suit his strengths.
But building a winning team is not simply about selecting the most famous riders. Established cyclocross specialists such as Michael Vanthourenhout, Joris Nieuwenhuis and Niels Vandeputte could also be important considerations, depending on their availability and racing schedules.
The key question is which riders will deliver the most points across the entire competition, rather than who will win a single race.
How does Zweeler Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027 work?
The concept is straightforward: you become the manager of your own fantasy cyclocross team.
You receive a virtual budget of €270 million to select 15 riders. Your objective is to assemble the strongest possible team and score as many points as you can throughout the 35-race competition.
Choosing the right balance between expensive favourites, consistent performers and potentially undervalued riders will be essential.
And because cyclocross riders often follow different racing schedules, selecting athletes who are likely to participate regularly could prove just as important as identifying potential race winners.
€2,000 guaranteed in prizes – €500 for the winner
There is plenty to play for this winter. Zweeler has guaranteed a total prize pool of €2,000, with the overall winner taking home €500.
The competition also features 24 general classification prizes, giving participants additional opportunities to finish among the prize winners.
Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027 – Game details
- Start date: Sunday, 25 October 2026
- Start time: 15:10 CET
- Entry fee: €15 per team
- Team selection: 15 riders
- Available budget: €270 million
- Scoring races: 35
- Guaranteed prize pool: $2,250 / €2,000 / £1,685
- First prize: $562 / €500 / £421
- General classification prizes: 24
Whether you follow every World Cup race or simply enjoy watching the biggest cyclocross stars battle through the mud, the competition offers an extra reason to stay involved throughout the winter.
Ready for the 2026/2027 cyclocross season? Pick your team now!
The road season has finished, but a new fantasy challenge is about to begin.
Can you identify the riders who will dominate the winter? Will you invest heavily in established champions or take a chance on emerging talents capable of surprising the favourites?
With 35 races on the calendar, $2,250 / €2,000 / £1,685! in guaranteed prizes and a $562 / €500 / £421 first prize, Fantasy Cyclocross Men 2026/2027 offers cycling fans the chance to turn their knowledge of the sport into a winning team.
The competition begins on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 15:10 CET, so make sure your selection is ready before the start.
Kieran WoodDeputy Editor-in-Chief
Kieran Wood is a sports journalist based in Wales and has been active in journalism since 2022. He regularly contributes to DartsNews.com and CyclingUpToDate.com, where he covers professional cycling and darts. In cycling, his work includes liveblogs from major races, including the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and La Vuelta a España, alongside race reports and analysis. He has also conducted interviews with professional riders.
His reporting spans the full racing calendar, from one-day classics to stage races, with a focus on accurate, real-time coverage and clear contextual analysis. For statistics, results, and historical context, he regularly uses resources such as ProCyclingStats. To support reporting on rider activity and training context where relevant, he also references Strava.
In his work, Kieran places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles as new, verified information becomes available.
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